Is anyone else paying attention to food additives that may trigger attacks? I've become a student of labels, and now strive to eat whole foods rather than anything processed. Time will tell if this was the only cause -- but, so far, I've had no more episodes of AF.
My first AF attack came after eating ... - Atrial Fibrillati...
My first AF attack came after eating snack foods with MSG (doritos), the second attack was after sundried tomato spread. (sulfur)
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Wow! I've never really tied it to food additives, more to the amount of food, or lack of fluids I take in, but that is absolutely something to consider. Processed foods, foods with additives, junk foods in general are something I try to avoid but it is sure worth looking into and keeping track. Good luck if you can pinpoint a single cause that is a trigger for you and avoid more episodes!
Interesting link on food additives, dehydration and alcohol are definitely a trigger. The last two attacks I had recently eaten a new brand cereal bar, I will look up the ingredients! I also had an attack after a curry in a restaurant, could be a link to the MSG? I am okay with home made curry. Aspartame is another no go for me, it is an artificial sweetener and has known side effects on the heart. I will certainly check on the labels from now on, thank you.
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I have had AF for over 10 years and I never found a food additive or anything to do with food bought on the attacks. They seemed to be random. Just recently I have found that alcohol is not particularly good for me